Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Nepal's best short sunrise trek
Duration
5 Days
Max Altitude
3,210 m / 10,531 ft
Best Season
Year-round; best March–May & September–November
Group Size
2–14 (great for families)
Overview
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is Nepal's most popular short trek — a 5-day route from Nayapul through Gurung and Magar villages and thick rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, from where a pre-dawn climb up Poon Hill (3,210 m) rewards you with one of the widest mountain panoramas in Nepal, stretching from Dhaulagiri to Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre. Well-graded stone stairways and frequent teahouses make it suitable for first-time trekkers, families with older children, and anyone short on time who still wants an authentic Himalayan sunrise.
Trip Highlights
- 360° sunrise panorama from Poon Hill over Annapurna & Dhaulagiri
- Spectacular rhododendron forest, Nepal's national flower (best in March–April)
- Gurung and Magar hill villages
- Well-maintained trails suitable for beginners and families
- Short enough for a long weekend from Kathmandu
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Drive to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedhunga
Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m).
Day 2
Trek to Ghorepani
Climb through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani (2,860 m).
Day 3
Poon Hill sunrise, trek to Tadapani
Pre-dawn hike to Poon Hill, then descend and continue to Tadapani.
Day 4
Trek to Ghandruk
Descend to the large Gurung village of Ghandruk with Annapurna and Fishtail views.
Day 5
Trek to Nayapul, drive to Pokhara
Final descent to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
Cost Includes
- Pokhara–Nayapul–Pokhara transport
- Licensed trekking guide
- Porter service (optional)
- Teahouse accommodation
- All permits
Cost Excludes
- Kathmandu–Pokhara transport
- Meals outside the trek
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Permits Required
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS Card
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek — FAQs
Yes — it is one of the few Himalayan treks we comfortably recommend for families with children aged 8 and up, given the moderate daily walking hours and low maximum altitude.
